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Drinking water all over the world contaminated with plastic, researchers find
A new study shows that literally billions of people are drinking water contaminated by plastic particles, with a stunning 83 percent of tap water samples from around the globe registering microplastic pollution. From the faucets of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) office building to kitchens in residential neighborhoods in New Delhi, plastic pollution has penetrated our world – with frightening implications. To learn...
Opportunities to Shop Local
Learn about this year’s Noel Night and the 10th annual release of Durango’s Shop Local Coupon Book.
Chairlift for Chapman?
A new improvement plan for Chapman Hill includes several options to replace the old rope tow.
HEALTHY LIVING: Dietary Fat & Weight Loss
Butter, bacon, cream . . . they’re not as bad for your health as you’ve been led to think. In fact, they’re key ingredients in a successful weight-loss plan.
It’s Toxic to Most Life – Including Your Precious Pets
If your pet’s food has corn or grain in the ingredient list, and it doesn’t say “organic” then it is most likely GMO and has glyphosate in it, the same as human food. Nonorganic corn or corn syrup usually has BT toxin, as well, which comes from genes they’ve put into the seed corn so it makes a pesticide that punches holes in insects’ digestive tracts that eat it. There is now evidence that these genes are being incorporated into the...
American Society Of Acupuncturists Bring Acupuncture To Capitol Hill
Acupuncture capitol hill briefing presents powerful, cost-effective treatment options to nation’s opioid epidemic Ms. Winn advocates for access to acupuncture for addiction after losing her son. WASHINGTON – Nov. 15, 2017 – PRLog — With the nation reeling from the mounting opioid overdose epidemic, acupuncturists from the American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) and the American Alliance for Professional...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Life’s Purpose
Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office: “It may be your whole purpose in life is to serve as a warning to others.” – Bailey Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
Noel Night & 12 Days of Shop Local Events!
Come to to Durango’s all-day and all-evening Christmas Part featuring over 100 participating businesses! DECEMBER 1 IS DURANGO’S CHRISTMAS PARTY ‘Tis the season to Shop Local Join thousands of locals downtown on Friday, December 1, for Durango’s Christmas party! From 10:00 a.m. till 9:00 p.m., mix and mingle with friends and family as you find one-of-a-kind gifts from over 80 local merchants who are pleased as punch to...
Durango Be Local Coupon Book in Stores + Launch Party
The Be Local Coupon Book is available in stores starting Black Friday – November 24th! Do Black Friday the Local Way About the Be Local Coupon Book Coming out each November and good all year long, this book serves as an introduction to La Plata County’s incredible locally owned and independent businesses that make this community’s vibrancy, culture and attraction what it is. With unique coupon offers new and long time locals can’t...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Financing
Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office: “10. In order to get a loan, you must first prove you don’t need it.” – Bailey Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
No Snow, but Ski Season to Start Thanks to Snowmaking
Purgatory Ski Resort will open on schedule despite the lack of snow in the high country. Just thank the miracle of snowmaking . . . but bring your bikes up, too.
Durango Community Thanksgiving Dinner
The tradition continues for 2017! All are welcome at the Durango Community Thanksgiving Dinner 11/23 11:30-1:30 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds Please call 970-259-4061 if you’d like to volunteer Also, we need pie! We need pies to serve at the dinner. Please deliver pies to the Fairgrounds Thanksgiving morning. You can also drop off between 2:00 and 5:00 on Wednesday 11/22. For more info or to contact the organizers, visit...
Breathing: It Does More Than Keep You Alive
Each and every day, all day long, we breathe in and breathe out without any thought whatsoever. This most basic, involuntary task keeps us alive—which alone is a pretty big deal. Who is loony enough to disagree with that? But did you know that breathing also has the power to make our days more calm and relaxed? It does more than simply keep us alive. Paying attention to how we breathe in different situations can reveal a lot. Feeling...
Thanksgiving Farmer’s Market
THANKSGIVING MARKET Sat. Nov 18, 9am to 1pm Go LOCAL this year and join us! Featuring locally grown fresh veggies, meats, cheeses, and more for your Thanksgiving meal. Plus, get a jump on your holiday shopping with unique and useful items from our quality local Artisans. @ La Plata Fairgrounds, outside in the breezeway (on the same day as the GardenSwartz Extravaganza and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Sale) Rain, Snow, or Shine:) More info...
The Polar Express Starts Up for Christmas 2017
Join us for a magical trip!! THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is coming to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad most days November 17, 2017-January 2, 2018. This fun family-oriented holiday tradition based on the best-selling children’s book and Academy Award™ winning animated film of the same name begins on Friday, Nov. 17 and runs most days through Tuesday, January 2, 2018. Get more info and tickets at...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Planning
Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office: “The best laid plans of mice and men are usually equal.” – Bailey Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
Explore the Cultural Landscape of Canyons of the Ancients
Why did the Ancestral Puebloans build what is now called Lowry Pueblo where it stands? Just take a 360-degree look at the scenery.
Why Listing A Home in Winter is a Good Idea
Are you considering listing your home? A common assumption for home sellers is that the spring selling season is the best time of the year to put a home on the market. While there is a significant amount of new listing activity during the spring and summer months, that doesn’t mean listing a home in winter is a bad time. Here are a few reasons: Lower Inventory During Winter. Typically, there is less inventory on the market during the...
Winter Home Preparation Projects
With cold temperatures on the horizon, it’s time to consider preparing your house for winter. While there are several areas to consider before winter is here, we want to remind you of a couple of the small details that can make a drastic difference. Preparation on the front end can save substantial time and money. Take Hoses Off Faucets: We remind our clients of this every year, but the importance cannot be overstated. When hoses are...
Veterans Day Fireworks, Music, and More!
Durango’s Veterans Day Celebration This upcoming weekend, we celebrate Veterans Day. Saturday, November 11, is the annual holiday that honors those who have served in our armed forces. Did you know Durango has quite the celebration planned? This year, the Fourth of July fireworks were postponed, and the City of Durango will now provide a firework show on Saturday, November 11 at 5:30. What a special and beautiful show this will be at...
